Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2026

Introduction

VRide ("we", "our", "us") operates the VRide website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

Information We Collect

We collect several types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our Service to you:

Account Information

Name, email address, phone number, profile photo, and other information you provide during registration.

Ride & Booking Data

Pickup/drop-off locations, booking dates, trip details, and communications related to your rides.

Device Information

App version, device identifiers, operating system, crash reports, and diagnostic data.

Location Data

When you grant permission, we collect location data for ride search, navigation, and service improvement.

Payment Metadata

Transaction references from payment providers. We do not store full card details on our servers.

How We Use Your Information

Provide and operate the Service, including bookings and trip support
Ensure safety, security, fraud prevention, and enforce our Terms
Provide customer support and communicate about your account
Analyze usage to improve performance and reliability of our apps
Comply with legal obligations and maintain records
Send important notifications about service updates

Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Service and maintain your account
  • Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
  • Maintain business records for legitimate purposes
Retention periods vary depending on account status, transaction history, and regulatory requirements.

Your Rights & Choices

Access & Update

Access and update your account information directly in the app.

Account Deletion

Request deletion of your account (subject to legal requirements).

Location Control

Control location sharing through your device settings.

Communication Preferences

Opt-out of non-essential marketing communications.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure authentication mechanisms
Access controls and monitoring
Regular security assessments
Note: No method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.